The purpose of this catalog is to provide students and their academic advisors with a general description of Furman University along with detailed information regarding the curricula offered by Furman. Because educational processes change, the information and educational requirements represent a flexible program which may be altered at any time by Furman University.

The provisions of this catalog do not constitute an offer for a contract which may be accepted by students through the process of registration and enrollment at Furman. FURMAN UNIVERSITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, WITHOUT NOTICE, ANY FEE, PROVISION, POLICY, PROCEDURE, OFFERING, OR REQUIREMENT IN THIS CATALOG AND TO DETERMINE WHETHER A STUDENT HAS SATISFACTORILY MET FURMAN’S REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION OR THE AWARD OF A DEGREE.

Furman University is committed to providing equal access to its
educational programs, activities, and facilities to all otherwise
qualified students without discrimination on the basis of race, national
origin, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by
applicable state or federal law. An Equal Opportunity employer, Furman
also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment
policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681
et seq.) Furman University prohibits sex discrimination, including
sexual harassment. For student related disability discrimination
concerns, contact the Disability Services Coordinator, 864-294-2320,
3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville, SC 29613. For all other concerns,
including any arising under Title IX, contact the Assistant Vice
President for Human Resources, who is also Furman’s Title IX
Coordinator, at 864-294-3015, 3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville, SC 29613.

Furman University Catalog / Greenville, S.C.
Inaugurated January 1912

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